Pune Institute of Computer Technology, Society for Computer Technology and Research

Yes, GATE is not a must to join in M.Tech at PICT Pune, but this does not apply to most of the cases. PICT has a GATE entrance for the most part because that is the universal requirement for M.Tech programs in India.

For non-GATE candidates, sponsored category and possibly through institute-level seats are open for consideration. This usually requires relevant work experience (2+ years in an industry) and employer sponsorship or PICT entrance test (this option is very rare and poorly advertised). Almost all the seats are GATE seats, hence non-GATE aspirants stand no chance but to have alternative requirements placed by the institute to be considered at all.

The placements in PICT Pune are generally more than what VIT Pune could provide, especially in branches relating to computers. In 2022-2023, PICT had a placement rate of about 93.64%, with means of about 10.11 LPA and a high of 91 LPA.

This indicates strong industry links, as companies like Amazon, Microsoft, and Goldman Sachs recruit often from PICT. On the other hand, VIT Pune had a placement record of about 83% in 2023, averaging a package of 7.97 LPA, with the highest being 41 LPA.

VIT manages to get companies like Infosys and Tata Technologies coming in, but the placement stats are slightly lower. PICT focuses on IT and software, so it has an upper hand over VIT, which is theoretically broader but actually much weaker in high-paying technology placements. 

B.Tech (B.E.) eligibility criteria for PICT Pune admission clause require passing 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics from a recognised board with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks (45% in the case of reserved category).

Admission will be through MHT-CET or JEE Main after counseling based on the relevant score for Maharashtra state (CAP). General category cut-offs lie mostly above 90 percentile in MHT-CET, with branch-wise variations. 

The domicile eligibility is required in state quota seats, whereas JEE scores will count for all-India seats. The final admission will take place by means of centralized admission processes for selection.

Course specific and course dependent are the fees in PICT Pune. B.E. programs are Computer, IT and Electronics, costing around INR 95000 per annum for government quota seats.

Therefore, the total comes to around INR 3.8 Lacs within 4 years. Management quota fees are higher around INR 2-3 Lacs annually or INR 8-12 Lacs total. M.E. courses charge between INR 1-1.2 Lacs per annum, thus summing INR 2-2.4 Lacs over the 0-2 years. Hostel fees, which can range from INR 50,000-70,000 per year, and examination fees may also be incurred.

Fees are high because of PICT's status as a private institution, which incorporates good placement support; this system differs by quota and branch.

All reputed sources confirm that 'Computer Engineering' has been the best programme offered at PICT Pune (Pune Institute of Computer Technology).

This B.E. programme meets the rigorous criteria of its demanding curriculum focused on software development on AI and data Science as per market requirements.

The Course is known for the outstanding placement record of students in companies like Google and Microsoft offering up to INR 40 Lacs per annum in packages. Faculty expertise, modern labs, and a strong alumni network further enhance what continues to make PICT a desired place to study. Among PICT's offerings, Computer Engineering has had the highest demand.